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Create Chula Vista Arts Grant Program
$10,000
City of Chula Vista
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

This grant provides funding for individual artists, arts organizations, and small businesses in Chula Vista to create free cultural events and projects that promote community engagement and inclusivity in various artistic disciplines.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Nissan Foundation Neighbors Grant Program
$15,000,000
Nissan Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2025

Date Added

Dec 22, 2023

Nissan Neighbors is a community-focused initiative that provides charitable contributions and in-kind donations to nonprofit organizations working in the areas of education, the environment, and humanitarian aid. The program aims to improve communities by valuing cultural diversity and has been awarding hundreds of thousands of dollars annually since its establishment in 1992. Nissan Foundation Criteria To be considered for funding by Nissan Foundation, organizations must meet the following requirements: Have 501(c)(3) nonprofit status Have been in existence for more than three years Reflect the mission of Nissan Foundation to build community by valuing cultural diversity Demonstrate intentional design of programming grounded in the importance and benefits of cultural diversity Specify community need(s) addressed and intended outcomes of programming Demonstrate experience with populations served Serve communities where Nissan has a significant operational presence, namely: Southern California Middle Tennessee Central Mississippi Dallas/Ft. Worth Detroit New York City and North Central New Jersey Atlanta

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
C. J. Stafford and Dot Stafford Memorial Trust Grant Program in California
$7,500
C. J. Stafford and Dot Stafford Memorial Trust
Private

Application Deadline

May 1, 2024

Date Added

Mar 6, 2024

The C. J. Stafford and Dot Stafford Memorial Trust supports charitable organizations that serve residents of San Diego County, California. The trust invests in local initiatives that strengthen community well being and address needs across several fields of interest. Priority program areas include arts and culture, education, health, and human services. Average grants range from 5,000 to 7,500 dollars, with total annual giving of about 50,000 dollars. Funds may be used for projects or programs that benefit San Diego County residents and are consistent with the trust mission. Eligible applicants must be public charities qualified under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Applications are accepted only through the online grant application form or accessible alternative; no other formats are accepted. Grants are geographically limited to San Diego County, California. Applications are due May 1, 2024. Grant duration is not specified. Additional information is available through the trustee portal referenced by Wells Fargo.

Arts
Nonprofits
COVID-19 Relief Fund to address Immediate and Longer-term Needs of Vulnerable Residents
$30,000
Community Foundation for Monterey County
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

COVID-19 Relief Fund in California is offering ongoing operating grants to nonprofit organizations and public agencies supporting vulnerable populations affected by the pandemic. Grant requests will be considered for basic needs assistance, program support, mental health impact programming, and proactive COVID-19 recovery efforts. Grants are expected to range from $5,000 to $30,000 and will be reviewed continuously.

Health
Nonprofits
James C. Stewart Charitable Foundation Grant
$10,000
James C. Stewart Charitable Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 21, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Tucson, Arizona, and Southern California for projects in various areas such as arts, education, health, and human services.

Humanities
Nonprofits
The California Wellness Foundation Grant Programs
Contact for amount
The California Wellness Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 21, 2023

This grant provides funding to community organizations in California that work to improve health and wellness by addressing systemic barriers faced by low-income individuals, people of color, youth, immigrants, and rural residents.

Arts
Nonprofits
Charles N. Felton and Charlotte Ashley Felton Endowment Grant
$5,000
Charles N. Felton and Charlotte Ashley Felton Endowment
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 28, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in San Francisco that promote music, education, and services for economically disadvantaged residents.

Community Development
Nonprofits
City of Camarillo Community Service Grants
Contact for amount
City of Camarillo
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 31, 2024

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and community groups that deliver direct services to residents of Camarillo, enhancing the quality of life in the community.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Maurice J. Masserini Trust Fund
$15,000
Maurice J. Masserini Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 13, 2025

This funding opportunity supports established nonprofit organizations in the San Diego area that focus on cultural, educational, environmental, health, human services, and religious initiatives through project-specific grants.

Education
Nonprofits
Native Cultures Fund
$10,000
Humboldt Area Foundation & Wild Rivers Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 27, 2024

This funding opportunity supports projects that preserve and share California Indian culture, art, and traditional practices, prioritizing initiatives that promote knowledge transmission across generations.

Arts
Nonprofits
Artistic Legacy Grant
$100,000
San Francisco Arts Commission
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 22, 2025

This program provides funding to San Francisco-based artists with at least 25 years of residency and artistic practice in the city, focusing on those who engage with their communities and promote cultural equity.

Arts
Individuals
Blind Persons in California
$15,000
Eva L. McKenzie Memorial Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 26, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in California that support blind individuals and those affected by cerebral palsy or cancer through education, health services, and human services programs.

Health
Nonprofits
Arts Organizations in California
$100,000
City of Santa Ana
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 14, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit arts organizations in Santa Ana for creative projects that promote community engagement and economic development through the arts.

Arts
City or township governments
Special Events Grant Program
$20,000
City of Alameda
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 28, 2025

This funding program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and business entities for hosting high-profile community events in Alameda that require special permits and city services.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
Mr. and Mrs. G. Kirk Swingle Foundation Grant
$30,000
Mr. and Mrs. G. Kirk Swingle Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 11, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and the University of California, Davis, for programs that improve health, human services, and education for residents of Davis and Yolo County, California.

Humanities
Nonprofits
C. J. Stafford and Dot Stafford Memorial Trust Fund
$7,500
C. J. Stafford and Dot Stafford Memorial Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 21, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in San Diego County that focus on enhancing the community through projects in arts, education, health, and human services.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Robert J. Keown Trust Fund
$20,000
Robert J. Keown Trust
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 11, 2025

This grant provides financial assistance to nonprofit organizations in Los Angeles County that support needy Christians, particularly elderly women and those who are infirm, who lack other means of support.

Arts
Nonprofits
The Milton and Sophie Meyer Fund
$10,000
The Milton and Sophie Meyer Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 14, 2025

This fund provides financial support to Jewish nonprofit organizations in the greater San Francisco Bay Area for a variety of programs, including arts, education, health, and human services.

Humanities
Nonprofits
National Trust Preservation Funds (NTPF)
$5,000
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This grant provides financial support to public agencies and nonprofit organizations for preservation planning and educational outreach efforts related to historic sites across the United States.

Arts
Nonprofits
Documentary Media Production Grant
$15,000
California Humanities
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 14, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and individuals working on documentary projects that highlight California's diverse stories and cultures, requiring collaboration with humanities advisors and matching funds.

Humanities
Private institutions of higher education